Chapter 92

It's time for another book to go on sale, a moment that every author on Qidian feels most anxious about.

For web novels, adaptations into games, movies, and anime are certainly great, but they are more like icing on the cake. I believe that subscription data is the fundamental basis for our livelihood.

With every book, as a creator, there is a significant worry that what I want to express might not align with the readers' expectations. So, unless one is truly financially secure, there will always be some level of anxiety.

"The Long Night's Ember" is likely to differ from the more common post-apocalyptic and end-of-the-world novels. The focus I want to convey will also have certain differences, which means that there won't be the usual elements like leveling up by defeating monsters, building power, or developing a base. It's not that these elements are not good, but I feel that the post-apocalyptic genre can carry so much more. It would be a shame not to explore its boundaries.

As for what the final result will be and how it will be received, I have my own plans, but I can't say I have a lot of confidence. I just hope to do my best, bit by bit, and bring out what I want to express.

One thing I can be sure of is that, despite the pain and struggle, I will still find joy in the process of writing this story, as there will be new landscapes to experience and a sense of achievement after overcoming each challenge.

With a new genre, sometimes I need to use writing methods that I am not very skilled at or have not used much before. The perspective is completely different, which inevitably makes me anxious, as it doesn't align with many readers' reading habits and subconscious expectations.

Some might say that there's no need for such a struggle, that it's better for each author to focus on their strengths. Taking sharp turns can lead to being thrown off, and taking too big a step can cause problems.

Especially now, as I am in what is considered my peak period, not steadily improving and further enhancing my performance would be a waste of popularity.

But if I don't push myself now, should I wait until I'm older and my energy starts to decline?

At that time, I might not even have the energy to push myself. While I still have the drive and the passion, I should try more things, and it's not a bad thing.

At least by the time I'm in my forties, I can have a broader range of writing techniques, theories, and story genres than most authors, giving me more tools in my arsenal to create, and thus allowing me to rely on my past achievements for a few more years after my peak.

Ha, if one doesn't think ahead, there will surely be worries in the near future.

Regarding "The Long Night's Ember," I've already said a lot in the summary of the first part, so I won't repeat myself here. I just hope that readers don't come to this book with the same expectations they had for my previous works. This doesn't mean not expecting quality, but rather not expecting the same style and feel.

A simple example is that in this book, I place more emphasis on "seeing." There won't be strong suspense, and not as many characters will die. There won't be as many dramatic moments, so don't expect the same level of intensity, laugh.

Well, it's going on sale at midnight. I'll update four chapters today: two at midnight and one each at the regular update times. I hope everyone will subscribe and vote for the monthly ticket.